Biology

• Saltwater & Freshwater

  Friday, 12 August 2022 3:41 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Learn about history of the Great Lakes and the difference between saltwater and freshwater. How do aquarists take care of saltwater and freshwater animals?https://youtu.be/qzm8pMwdL6E

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• Migration Map

  Friday, 12 August 2022 3:34 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Why do you only see certain animals when the weather is warmer? Study patterns, become a migration specialist, and make your own migration map! DIY Migration Map Activity Sheet

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• Amazing Animals

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Stay connected to all of the amazing animals that call Discovery World home! Five Fishy Facts about Freshwater Turtles Five Fishy Facts about Ball Pythons Five Fishy Facts about Moon Jellyfish Five Fishy Facts about Volunteer Diving Five Fishy Facts about Lake Sturgeon Five Fishy Facts about Stingrays

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• Swim Bladders

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Learn about density by exploring how fish use swim bladders to keep from sinking or floating upwards. Swim Bladders Video

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• Fungus Among Us

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Bacteria and fungus live all around and on us, but aren’t visible to the naked eye. Test areas of your home to discover where the most mold may be hiding! Fungus Among Us Activity Sheet

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• Bird Watching Journal

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  There are over 300 species of birds in Wisconsin. Learn where to look for birds in your neighborhood and how to identify them. How many can you spot? Bird Watching Journal Activity Sheet

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• Underwater Flight

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Cownose rays appear to glide through the water as if they are flying. Learn about the similarity between the dynamics of a bird's flight and a cownose ray's graceful swimming. Underwater Flight Video

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• Hexagon Structures

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Hexagons can be found in nature in the patterning of rocks, insect eyes, and much more. Build your own structure and discover what makes hexagons nature’s perfect shape. Hexagon Structures Activity Sheet

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• Camouflage Creation

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Peppered moths are experts at blending into the background of their natural habitat. Give your own moths some camouflage and challenge people to find them.  Camouflage Creation Activity Sheet

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• Countershading and Camouflage

  Monday, 16 August 2021 12:00 am | Written by Angela Ohlinger

  

  Have you ever wondered how animals use their surroundings in nature for protection from predators? Watch along as Azra and Theresa explain how stingrays, turtles, snakes, and lobsters use patterns in nature to stay safe. Countershading and Camouflage Video

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